Staff of Gen Z-led nonprofit Youth Action Fund have organized a union

The young organizers are hoping to set an example for other young people in Florida who are similarly interested in forming a union in their workplace.

by McKenna Schueler May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

Orlando Area News

Habanero is second sloth to die after rescue from Sloth World

Now, 11 rescued sloths remain under the Central Florida Zoo’s care

by Chloe Greenberg May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Orlando Area News

Florida Rep. Eskamani urges state AG to launch criminal probe into Sloth World

More than two dozen sloths died under the shuttered attraction’s care.

by McKenna Schueler April 30, 2026May 7, 2026

Orlando Area News

Ready, set, action: Orange County opens applications for film incentive program

The program offers a partial rebate on projects filmed in Orange County, provided filmmakers demonstrate local economic impact.

by McKenna Schueler April 30, 2026May 4, 2026

Orlando Area News

‘Teen takeover’ at Icon Park ended in multiple arrests, hospitalized cops

The sheriff’s office says it’s aware of a similar gathering being planned for May

by Mia Schaeperkoetter April 29, 2026April 29, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County expands free healthcare services in Bithlo’s Transformation Village

Mobile healthcare clinics will now be offering free health and recovery services at Transformation Village two days a week.

by McKenna Schueler April 29, 2026April 29, 2026

Orlando Theme Parks

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party starts earlier than ever this year

The Disney World Halloween event heads to Orlando in, yes, August

by Juanita Olarte April 28, 2026April 28, 2026

Environment

Central Florida park closed as search continues for alligator that attacked a cow

Pine Meadows Conservation Area is closed until further notice

by Mia Schaeperkoetter April 28, 2026April 28, 2026

Orlando Area News

Rescued Sloth World sloths survive first nights at Central Florida Zoo

All 13 sloths made it through their first two nights under the zoo’s care

by Chloe Greenberg April 27, 2026April 27, 2026

Pulse

State attorney drops charges for Pulse crosswalk arrests

A total of six people were arrested by state troopers last year for chalking over or near a formerly rainbow-hued crosswalk outside Pulse.

by McKenna Schueler April 24, 2026April 24, 2026

Drinking + Bars

Anthem Orlando’s after-midnight alcohol sales temporarily suspended by city

The venue remains open through the suspension, with adjusted hours

by Juanita Olarte April 24, 2026April 24, 2026

Orlando Area News

New luxury high rise Emi on 50 breaks ground on Colonial Drive

With 336 units across its nine floors, a “night lounge,” rooftop pool and a pickleball court

by Juanita Olarte April 24, 2026April 24, 2026

Orlando Area News

Turner Construction named as general contractor for Westcourt Orlando mixed use project downtown

The news comes as the project has faced questions about timing

by Sarah Kinbar April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County moves to restrict how long ICE can hold people in the county jail

Advocates with the local Immigrants Are Welcome Here coalition celebrated the move as a victory Tuesday.

by McKenna Schueler April 22, 2026April 22, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orlando officials weigh increasing parking rates downtown

City officials have been working to reshape downtown to become more family-friendly.

by McKenna Schueler April 21, 2026April 21, 2026

Orlando Area News

31 sloths died at Orlando Sloth World warehouse before it opened

The dozens of sloths died in Sloth World’s care before the new attraction has even opened, a FWC report states

by Katie Surma and Kiley Price, Inside Climate News April 21, 2026April 21, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orange County has erased $559M in medical debt for county residents

The debt cancellation was made possible through a partnership the county entered into with the nonprofit Undue Medical Debt in 2024.

by McKenna Schueler April 21, 2026April 21, 2026

Orlando Area News

NSYNC star Joey Fatone’s Orlando mansion still for sale, now with major price drop

It still hasn’t found a bye, bye, buyer

by Chloe Greenberg April 20, 2026April 20, 2026

Orlando Area News

Orlando is one of the least affordable cities, study finds

Miami was the only city in Florida determined to be even less affordable than Orlando for the average renter.

by McKenna Schueler April 20, 2026April 20, 2026

Housing

Grassroots group urges community to ‘Support Orlando Shelters’

The group organized in response to an anti-shelter campaign that helped kill a proposed homeless shelter project south of downtown.

by McKenna Schueler April 16, 2026April 16, 2026

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Orlando Area News

Staff of Gen Z-led nonprofit Youth Action Fund have organized a union

Habanero is second sloth to die after rescue from Sloth World

Florida Rep. Eskamani urges state AG to launch criminal probe into Sloth World

Ready, set, action: Orange County opens applications for film incentive program

‘Teen takeover’ at Icon Park ended in multiple arrests, hospitalized cops

Orange County expands free healthcare services in Bithlo’s Transformation Village

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party starts earlier than ever this year

Central Florida park closed as search continues for alligator that attacked a cow

Rescued Sloth World sloths survive first nights at Central Florida Zoo

State attorney drops charges for Pulse crosswalk arrests

Anthem Orlando’s after-midnight alcohol sales temporarily suspended by city

New luxury high rise Emi on 50 breaks ground on Colonial Drive

Turner Construction named as general contractor for Westcourt Orlando mixed use project downtown

Orange County moves to restrict how long ICE can hold people in the county jail

Orlando officials weigh increasing parking rates downtown

31 sloths died at Orlando Sloth World warehouse before it opened

Orange County has erased $559M in medical debt for county residents

NSYNC star Joey Fatone’s Orlando mansion still for sale, now with major price drop

Orlando is one of the least affordable cities, study finds

Grassroots group urges community to ‘Support Orlando Shelters’

Willow is the fifth sloth to die after Sloth World rescue

Disney reveals plans for new ‘Monsters Inc.’-themed land Monstropolis

Here’s where to watch the FIFA World Cup in Orlando

Hulk Hogan’s Florida beach house compound gets yet another price cut